2NY0794 - Redacted Justification.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) document from GSA Region 2's Leasing Division for a succeeding lease at 3386 Fulton St., Brooklyn, NY for the Social Security Administration (SSA). The current lease (GS-02P-LNY23539) for 12,678 ABOA/14,579 rentable square feet expires on 11/10/2024, and GSA is seeking approval to negotiate directly with the incumbent lessor.

The proposed succeeding lease is for a 10-year term with 5 years firm, beginning November 11, 2024. Market research conducted through SAM.gov advertising (March 4, 2024) and database searches (Costar, LoopNet) found no viable alternative locations in the Cypress Hill, Brooklyn area. The justification cites potential relocation costs and the need to replicate existing security features like barrier walls as key factors favoring remaining in place. Additionally, the current lessor has been responsive to maintenance needs, with recent deficiencies identified in September 2023 being promptly corrected. The delineated area is bounded by Jamaica Ave. (North), Woodhaven Blvd. to Cross Bay Blvd. (East), Belt Pkwy (South), and Pennsylvania Ave. (West).